Current Events: Current Event: Surgical Team performs first in Africa
Who is involved: Four Tunisians and one Frenchmen.
Where is it: Tunis (Tunisia's capital)
When did it happen/is it still happening: It happend on April 21, 2008 in Tunisia.
Other Comments: It was the first surgery for congenital malfunctions in Africa and in the middle east. The baby was allowed to be sent home in 24 hours.
Environmental Issues:
Tunisia's major issues include their waste disposal.
Tunisia's toxic waste disposal is very ineffective and creates health risks.
Tunisia has limited water resources.
Deforestation also plays a major part in their environmental issues.
Water pollution has also been caused due to their raw sewage.
Current Events:
Current Event: Surgical Team performs first in Africa
Who is involved: Four Tunisians and one Frenchmen.
Where is it: Tunis (Tunisia's capital)
When did it happen/is it still happening: It happend on April 21, 2008 in Tunisia.
Other Comments: It was the first surgery for congenital malfunctions in Africa and in the middle east. The baby was allowed to be sent home in 24 hours.
Environmental Issues:
Tunisia's major issues include their waste disposal.
Tunisia's toxic waste disposal is very ineffective and creates health risks.
Tunisia has limited water resources.
Deforestation also plays a major part in their environmental issues.
Water pollution has also been caused due to their raw sewage.
Sources:
www.tunisiaonlinenews.com
http://geography.about.com/library/cia/blctunisia.htm